Stablecoins: Their Roles in the Crypto Ecosystem, Types and Associated Risks
Stablecoins have become essential in the crypto ecosystem, serving critical roles such as providing stability for investors. According to data from Coingecko, there are over 110 stablecoin assets in the…
WalletConnect to Launch Native Token WCT with Airdrop to Users
WalletConnect, the leading onchain UX platform which enables applications and wallets to give users satisfactory onchain experiences, has announced plans to launch its native token — Connect Token. This move…
Binance founder’s prison term to end on September 29—but here’s the catch
Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former CEO of one of the world's largest crypto exchanges, Binance, is set to be released from prison on September 29, 2024. While the upcoming…
Ripple to integrate smart contracts into XRP Ledger (XRPL)
Ripple, the San Francisco-based crypto solutions company and cross-border payment firm has announced plans to integrate smart contracts into the XRP Ledger (XRPL), the powerhouse of XRP. Announced in a…
The Intersection of AI and Blockchain
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and blockchain are two of the most disruptive technologies of our time. Separately, they have driven significant advancements across various industries, but when combined, they create new…
Understanding Funding Rate in Derivatives Market & Why it Matters to Crypto Traders
Funding rate plays a crucial role in the cryptocurrency derivatives market, particularly in perpetual futures contracts. These rates are vital to maintaining the stability of the market and ensuring that…
Standard Bank plans to increase shareholding in Nigeria business
Standard Bank Group Limited, a South Africa-based financial services provider company, is planning to buy more shares in its Nigeria business. The popular bank has operations in 20 African countries. …
Shiba Inu Launches “Super App” (ShibHub) to Expand SHIB Ecosystem
The Shiba Inu team has rolled out a new decentralized application (dApp) dubbed ShibHub to further expand the SHIB ecosystem and boost the crypto token's utility. Shiba Inu's lead developer,…
Cryptocurrencies: Catalysts for Global Economic Development and Financial Inclusion
Cryptocurrencies have rapidly evolved from niche digital assets to powerful tools with the potential to fuel global economic development. They are increasingly being recognized for their role in promoting financial inclusion,…
Brazil outruns U.S. in Solana ETF Approval as institutional interest in SOL rises
Following the rising institutional interest in SOL and other crypto assets, the Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) has approved the first Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the country. Revealed…